Virtual Events – Turkish Philanthropy Funds https://tpfund.org Tue, 11 Aug 2026 07:21:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 https://tpfund.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/favicon-1.png Virtual Events – Turkish Philanthropy Funds https://tpfund.org 32 32 Tune In: Voices of Partners | Why I Give https://tpfund.org/vop-why-i-give-special/ Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:08:39 +0000 https://tpfund.org/vop-why-i-give-special/ Every gift begins with a story — a moment of connection, compassion, or hope.
At Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF), these stories have come together to create a powerful movement: one that continues to build brighter futures in Türkiye, the US, and beyond.

In celebration of our community and the spirit of giving back, we invite you to join us for a special edition of our Voices of Partners series — Why I Give.

Hear from Hakkı Akbulak, Gamze Ateş, and Füsun Eczacıbaşı as they share their personal journeys in philanthropy and what creating positive change in the world means to them.

This inspiring online gathering is an opportunity to come together, celebrate the power of giving, and close the year with stories that remind us why community and compassion matter most.

 

Featured Speakers:

Hakkı Akbulak, President & CEO of AKDO
Gamze Ateş, Founder & CEO of My Beachy Side
Füsun Eczacıbaşı, Chair of the Board of SAHA Association, Architect, Collector, and Patron of the Arts

]]> Tune in: Voices of Partners – Women’s Health in Turkiye https://tpfund.org/11-19-tpf-voices-of-partners-womens-health-in-turkiye/ Fri, 14 Nov 2025 21:52:13 +0000 https://tpfund.org/11-19-tpf-voices-of-partners-womens-health-in-turkiye/ In Türkiye, many women still face challenges in accessing reproductive health services. Preventive care remains limited. HPV vaccination rates are below 10%, and more than half of women have never had a mammogram or cervical smear. Factors such as stigma, early marriage, and the lack of postpartum mental health support continue to affect access to care and information.

At TPF, we are committed to supporting initiatives that expand healthcare access and improve the well-being of women and girls across Türkiye. When women can access the care they need, it strengthens their ability to work, study, and plan for the future.

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for our next Voices of Partners webinar, featuring Konuşmamız Gerek, KAMER,  and Türkiye Aile Sağlığı ve Planlaması Vakfı (TAPV). These dedicated organizations are advancing women’s health by promoting reproductive rights, providing essential health and preventive services, and supporting mental well-being and gender equality.

Together, we will explore how improving access to women’s health care creates ripple effects, strengthening families, supporting communities, and fostering a more equitable future for all.

Featured Speakers:

İlayda Eskitaşçıoğlu, Konuşmamız Gerek
Siibel Sakarya, TAPV
Nihal Çelik Ay, KAMER

We’ll be hosting a live Q&A session to answer your questions and provide deeper insights. We look forward to seeing you!

]]> Tune In: Voices of Partners – Empowering Teachers, Shaping Futures https://tpfund.org/10-22-voices-of-partners-empowering-teachers-shaping-futures/ Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:12:16 +0000 https://tpfund.org/10-22-voices-of-partners-empowering-teachers-shaping-futures/ Teachers are at the heart of achieving the world’s educational goals. UNESCO’s Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) calls for inclusive and equitable quality education for all by 2030. Yet progress remains uneven both globally and in Turkiye: approximately 1.2 million children of school-age children in Türkiye are out of formal education, and classrooms often face shortages of trained and supported teachers.

Strengthening teacher capacity is especially urgent. The latest PISA results place Türkiye 34th in mathematics and 33rd in science out of 81 countries, underscoring the need to equip teachers with the tools, training, and resilience required to prepare students for a rapidly changing world. By empowering teachers, we not only lift educational outcomes but also drive broader social and economic development—teachers are the catalysts for lifelong learning, civic participation, and innovation.

Through investments in professional development and mental health support for educators, we can improve classroom performance, enhance student well-being, and strengthen the very foundation of our communities. Together with our partners, we ensure that teachers are equipped to inspire, support, and rebuild, giving students the chance to learn, grow, and reach their fullest potential.

Join us at our upcoming Voices of Partners webinar on Wednesday, October 22nd, featuring ÖRAV (Öğretmen Akademisi Vakfı), Anadolu Vakfi, and Öğretmen Ağı. These organizations are shaping the future by reimagining teacher training, wellbeing, and professional development. From innovative classroom practices to building resilience in disaster-affected regions, their work demonstrates that supporting teachers is one of the most effective ways to advance educational goals and directly shape the future of entire communities.

Featured Speakers:
Arzu Atasoy, ÖRAV
Irmak Akıncı Canbaz, Öğretmen Ağı
Evrim Hizaler, Anadolu Vakfı

About ÖRAV (Öğretmen Akademisi Vakfı):

ÖRAV Vakfı is Türkiye’s first and only NGO dedicated to the professional and personal development of teachers. Through its innovative platforms and nationwide training programs, ÖRAV empowers educators to enhance their skills and adapt to modern teaching methods. By investing in teachers, ÖRAV strengthens the foundation of education, ensuring that every child has access to quality learning and the opportunity to thrive.

About Anadolu Vakfi:
Anadolu Vakfı is dedicated to supporting the social development of individuals and communities across Türkiye. Anadolu Vakfı has built and supported more than 50 educational institutions, dormitories, sports facilities, hospitals, and health centers, impacting countless lives. Through its initiatives, the foundation continues to invest in the future of Türkiye, fostering a brighter tomorrow for all.

About Öğretmen Ağı:
Öğretmen Ağı is a nationwide network that empowers teachers through collaboration, professional development, and peer support. With over 1,000 “Change Ambassadors” across 62 cities, the network fosters a culture of lifelong learning and collective impact. By connecting educators with diverse disciplines and resources, Öğretmen Ağı strengthens the teaching profession and drives educational transformation across Turkiye

]]> Voices of Partners: Equality in Education https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-equality-in-education/ Fri, 11 Oct 2024 18:51:28 +0000 https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-equality-in-education/ Turkiye continues to face challenges with academic and socioeconomic disparities in education. Recent Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) results show that Turkiye ranks near the bottom among OECD countries in both academic and social inclusivity. A significant portion of students are underperforming in key areas – 38.6% in mathematics, 29.3% in reading, and 24.7% in science -highlighting the urgent need to strengthen foundational skills and address child poverty to ensure equal opportunities for all students.

At this month’s Voices of Partners (VOP) session, we will delve deeper into the PISA report findings and explore these critical issues with our partners Eğitim Reformu Girişimi (ERG), Çağdaş Yaşamı Destekleme Derneği (ÇYDD) and Köy Okulları Değişim Ağı (KODA). Our focus will be on how we can support educational equality —ranging from limited access to quality STEM education in rural areas to the school enrollment gap for girls.  

Join us as we discuss strategies to create a more resilient and equitable education system in Turkiye, equipping students with the skills they need to succeed.

Register

]]> Voices of Partners Special – Celebrating International Women’s Day https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-special-celebrating-international-womens-day/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:27:36 +0000 https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-special-celebrating-international-womens-day/ To celebrate Women’s History Month, join us for our VOP Special to listen to our speakers discuss the transformative power of women in the arts, and sports! This event will be hosted by Afsin Yurdakul and featuring Esin Aydingoz, Sedef Koktenturk and Elif Uras.

Discover how women’s involvement in these fields is not just breaking barriers but paving the way for a future where empowerment and equality are the norms. This dynamic discussion will explore how women are reshaping cultural narratives, advancing scientific innovation, and redefining athletic excellence. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate achievements, address challenges, and inspire the next generation of women to pursue their passions fearlessly.

We look forward to seeing you there!

RSVP

]]> Voices of Partners “Why I Give” Webinar https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-why-i-give-webinar/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 21:22:50 +0000 https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-why-i-give-webinar/
You’re invited to hear kindness stories! Our donor community is united by a commitment to creating positive change in the world. In celebration of this shared vision, we’re excited to once again host a Voices of Partners Special, Why I Give, to share the personal philanthropic stories of our donors, Mustafa Kemal Abadan, Vega Sankur, and George Schieber.

Please RSVP with the webinar link, and join us next Wednesday, December 6th at 1 PM EST as we gather to inspire and be inspired, celebrating the transformative power of giving! #VoicesofPartners #WhyIGive #ADonorSpecial #GivingSeason #Inspired #Philanthropy #MotivationMonday #Community #ACommunityBuiltAroundGiving #Legacy #GivingCircles #DonorAdvisedFunds #PlannedGiving #BetterTogether #nonprofits #communityfoundations #TPF

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]]> Voices of Partners Special https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-special/ Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:15:29 +0000 https://tpfund.org/voices-of-partners-special/ It is with immense pride and excitement that we invite you to join us in celebrating the centennial of the Turkish Republic. This monumental occasion not only marks a century of our nation’s achievements but also sets the stage for the aspirations of the #Next100Years with a distinctive focus on the transformative power of women in leadership.

 

This event is more than a commemoration—it’s a brainstorm, a dialogue, and a visioning exercise.

Your participation is not just an opportunity to hear from these trailblazers but to be a part of a dialogue that sets the course for the next century of progress, equality, and growth in Turkiye.
We look forward to celebrating our shared history and collaboratively dreaming of a brighter, inclusive, and prosperous future for Turkiye.

 

RSVP Now

]]> Color Turkey Winter 2021 Sponsors https://tpfund.org/color-turkey-winter-2021-sponsors/ Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:36:51 +0000 https://tpfund.org/color-turkey-winter-2021-sponsors/

We would like to take a moment to acknowledge our generous sponsors. Their contributions to Turkish Philanthropy Funds and to our movement inspire generosity in everyone in our community. We are beyond grateful for their partnership.

The Sponsorship Levels available are:

THE CHANGEMAKER – $5,000
Access for two to Exclusive Chat Rooms with panelists.
Contribution to TPF Scholarship Fund (a $1,000 value).
Acknowledgment in the Chairman’s Honor List.
Only three left.

THE PHILANTHROPIST – $10,000
Access for two to Exclusive Chat Rooms with panelists.
Named scholarship supporting two students for four-year of college in Turkey (a $4,000 value).
Acknowledgment in the Chairman’s Honor List.
Only three left.

THE PIONEER – $25,000
Access for four to Exclusive Chat Rooms with panelists.
Named scholarship supporting five students for four-year of college in Turkey (a $10,000 value).
Acknowledgment in the Chairman’s welcoming remarks.
Only one left.

Exclusive Access to Chat Room with Panelists – $1,000
Access for one to Exclusive Chat Rooms with panelists to ask questions and have a conversation.
Tickets are limited to 30 people.

All net proceeds support TPF’s work addressing critical challenges and incite change in four areas: education, gender equality, development, and disaster relief —today, tomorrow, and for many years to come. We hope you join us.

WATCH THE PANEL

]]> Color Turkey Winter 2021 Panel https://tpfund.org/color-turkey-winter-2021-panel-auction/ Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:28:04 +0000 https://tpfund.org/color-turkey-winter-2021-panel-auction/

FEATURED PANEL EDTECH & PHILANTHROPY: CRAFTING THE FUTURE

How technology and innovation can drive the future of education in Turkey and in the world. Our esteemed panelists, moderated by Deborah Quazzo, Managing Partner of GSV Advisors, will share their views on the importance of technology and the role of philanthropy in guaranteeing high-quality education, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

]]> Voices of Partners https://tpfund.org/tpf-presents-voices-of-partners/ Tue, 11 Aug 2020 21:40:40 +0000 https://tpfund.org/tpf-presents-voices-of-partners/ Voices of Partners began as an alternative to in-person gatherings amidst the Covid-19 pandemic but has become a part much more than that now. It has become a program that further bonds TPF to its valuable partners on the field. Through this program, we are able to bring the voices of our partners to our community. They learn about the organizations we partner with, how to support them, the meaningful work our partners have accomplished, and also the meaningful work we have accomplished together! We are proud to stand behind these partners and are looking forward to continuing to bring their experiences and voices to our communities around the world.

Thank you to everyone who has participated so far, and our incredible hosts! We are truly grateful.

Voices of Partners with Basic Needs Association

Voices of Partners with Prof. Umran İnan from Koç University

Voices of Partners with TOHUM

Voices of Partners with İhtiyaç Haritası

Voices of Partners with Maya Vakfı

Voices of Partners with YGA

Voices of Partners with KODA

Voices of Partners with Cemre Fund

Voices of Partners with AÇEV

Voices of Partners with Ashoka

Voices of Partners with ÖRAV

Voices of Partners with Değişim Liderleri Derneği

Voices of Partners with Okul Destek Derneği

Voices of Partners with Hayata Destek Derneği

Voices of Partners with Kodluyoruz

Voices of Partners with Darüşşafaka Society

Voices of Partners with PAYDA

Voices of Partners with TEV

Voices of Partners with TUSEV

Voices of Partners with CYDD & NeedsMap

Voices of Partners Special – Responding to Earthquakes with a Child-Centered Approach

Voices of Partners Special – Addressing Immediate Needs in Earthquake Response

Watch “Why I Give“ A Voices of Partners Donor Special

Watch Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award Special on Voices of Partners 2022-23

Watch Voices of Partners Women's History Month Special

Watch Voices of Partners Environment Special

Watch Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award Special on Voices of Partners 2021-22

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